Surface Maintenance Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • Decatur, IL

5h

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the Illinois National Guard, part of IL FMS 4. The position performs maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, inspection, and overhaul of combat, tactical, commercial, and special-purpose vehicles and equipment. The selectee must be a member of the Illinois National Guard in the required military grade before the effective date of placement and must wear a military uniform.

The mechanic diagnoses mechanical failures using visual and auditory checks, embedded diagnostics, manufacturer system analyzers, and test equipment. The work includes repairing and overhauling engines, transmissions, driveline systems, hydraulic systems, electrical and suspension systems, and related assemblies and components. Repairs are performed in accordance with applicable modification work orders, technical manuals, lubrication orders, maintenance bulletins, regulations, and management policies. The mechanic may independently perform repairs and maintenance at remote locations.

The position is advertised at WG-5801-5/8/10. Qualification requirements vary by grade and are based on relevant experience or training. Education cannot substitute for the required experience. Irregular and/or overtime hours may be required to meet operational requirements or contingencies, including work outside the normal duty day.

Requirements

• Must be a member of the Illinois National Guard in the military grade listed in the announcement before the effective date of placement; applicants outside the specified membership categories must be willing to become Title 32 Dual Status Technicians and gain Illinois National Guard membership.
• Military grades: enlisted or warrant officer, not to exceed WO1.
• Must meet the applicable experience or training requirements for the selected grade. WG-5 requires experience or training using common hand tools for repetitive repairs under close supervision and ability to perform routine trade duties. WG-8 requires experience or training with hand and power tools and test devices, repairing and replacing parts, basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory, system operation and interrelationships, and interpreting parts lists, repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics. WG-10 requires thorough knowledge of complex vehicle and equipment systems and the ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify them, including related electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other systems.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must not be disqualified under the Lautenberg Amendment due to conviction of a qualifying crime of domestic violence.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Resume or application must describe the applicant’s qualifying experience in their own words and include dates, position titles, and how the experience was gained.
• Education cannot be substituted for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and perform major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment and combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul internal combustion and turbine engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy-duty driveline systems, and hydraulic utility systems and controls.
• Repair assemblies and components such as voltage regulators, generators or alternators, and brake cylinders.
• Perform work in accordance with modification work orders, technical manuals, lubrication orders, maintenance bulletins, regulations, and management policies.
• Diagnose mechanical failures through visual and auditory checks and with test equipment, embedded diagnostics, and original equipment manufacturer system analyzers.
• Remove and disassemble engines, major assemblies, subassemblies, components, and fuel, hydraulic, and oil-pressure systems.
• Repair, overhaul, or modify components and systems according to applicable specifications and procedures.
• Reassemble, adjust, test, and reinstall engines and other systems in vehicles and equipment.
• Adjust and repair electrical and suspension systems.
• Independently perform repairs and maintenance at remote locations, including removing, cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing defective parts and components.

Benefits

• The job posting states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed